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Antique Set of Three Victorian Penny Chairs

19th century
Sold 1 December 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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A charming set of three antique ash and elm penny chairs. These antique penny chairs have a shaped top that is supported by stick back and turned spindles, with solid elm circular seats. The penny chairs are raised on turned legs with a ‘H’ stretcher support. Plenty of rustic charm throughout.

Item Ref; M-6421

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 87cm / Width - 45cm / Depth - 48cm / Seat Height - 46.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks and scratches throughout. One chair features a historic repair to one the turned back supports, which has been filled (pictured) but it remains structurally solid and sound. There is historic woodworm evident to the underside of the seats, which is long gone and treated as a preventative measure. The penny chairs overall are a good solid set.

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.

For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated these Antique Spindle Back Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1179034
Dealers Internal Reference
M-6421
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

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Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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Description
A charming set of three antique ash and elm penny chairs.
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These antique penny chairs have a shaped top that is supported by stick back and turned spindles, with solid elm circular seats.
Penderyn Antiques

The penny chairs are raised on turned legs with a ‘H’ stretcher support. Plenty of rustic charm throughout.

fig 1. A set of three antique wooden chairs featuring spindle backs, turned legs, and contoured wooden seats.
fig 1. Antique Set of Three Victorian Penny Chairs

Item Ref; M-6421

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 87cm / Width - 45cm / Depth - 48cm / Seat Height - 46.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks and scratches throughout. One chair features a historic repair to one the turned back supports, which has been filled (pictured) but it remains structurally solid and sound. There is historic woodworm evident to the underside of the seats, which is long gone and treated as a preventative measure. The penny chairs overall are a good solid set.

fig 2. A set of three antique wooden chairs featuring spindle backs, turned legs, and contoured wooden seats.
fig 2. Antique Set of Three Victorian Penny Chairs

Our experienced carpenter thoroughly inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection to ensure it is fully prepared for use in your home.

For a clear and accurate understanding of each item's condition, we ask that you carefully review all provided photos. These images are an essential part of the description and condition report, offering important visual details regarding the item's appearance and quality.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated these Antique Spindle Back Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179034
Dealers Internal Ref
M-6421
Penderyn Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A set of three antique wooden chairs featuring spindle backs, turned legs, and contoured wooden seats.
Antique Set of Three Victorian Penny Chairs
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Country
  • MaterialElm, Beech, Ash
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsSpindle back, Turned legs, H-stretcher, Saddle seat
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 45 cm (18 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

Victorian penny chairs are traditional vernacular seating produced during the 19th century, typically by rural bodgers and craftsmen using locally sourced timbers for everyday domestic use.

These chairs are generally constructed using a combination of hardwoods such as beech or ash for the turned legs and spindles, paired with a solid elm or pine saddle seat.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-turned components with minor variations, traditional wedged mortise and tenon joints, and centuries of natural patina and wear on the wooden surfaces.

They can be integrated around a modern dining table to introduce tactile warmth and historical contrast, or placed individually as occasional seating in a hallway or bedroom.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and periodically treat the timber with traditional beeswax to nourish and protect the finish.
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